Supervisor, Field Operations

American Water•Scranton, PA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

American Water is currently seeking a Supervisor, Field Operations to work in our Scranton, PA location. In this role you will manage the day-to-day operations of water and/or wastewater plant(s), operations and/or distribution systems in accordance with Company policies and procedures and all applicable governmental laws and regulations.

Requirements

3-5 years experience in supervising operational areas and operating units, and managing and meeting performance targets
2 year or 4 year degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline or equivalent
Knowledge of the regulated water/wastewater business within the region and the regulations impacting the business as well as applicable regulations, requirements, and trends within water/wastewater business
Knowledge of company policies and procedures and management theories, practices, and trends
Expert knowledge of process and operational areas

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and controlling local construction, operations, and maintenance within established budget limitations
Establish a program that will ensure all EPA Partnership for Safe Water Goals will be met on a period-by-period basis
Ensure local water and/or wastewater operations meet the required standards and are in compliance with regulatory targets
Supervise the implementation of standards, targets, policies, and plans to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability
Ensure that operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc.) is maintained
Develop and direct cost effective solutions to meet customers’ expectations and technical requirements and to encourage best practice and innovation throughout all operational areas
Implement effective reporting processes
Provide analysis and support to Production and/or Network Director with information required for various reports, budgets, and business plans
Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas
Ensure effective people management policies and practices are developed and implemented (e.g., time and attendance, workforce management, etc.) and ensure resources are developed and deployed appropriately.
Continue to reinforce the importance of developing a diverse workforce
Support the Business Development function in the operational analysis pricing and integration of water and wastewater business opportunities in both the regulated and non-regulated markets
Work collaboratively with other functional leads to mitigate business risks
Implement effective communications at all levels of our operations.
Provide effective leadership that will enhance our abilities to be flexible to changing business environments
Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business